Jacket Definition & Meaning

jacket
noun
  1. a short coat
  2. an outer wrapping or casing; "phonograph records were sold in cardboard jackets"
  3. (dentistry) dental appliance consisting of an artificial crown for a broken or decayed tooth; "tomorrow my dentist will fit me for a crown"
  4. the outer skin of a potato
  5. the tough metal shell casing for certain kinds of ammunition
verb
  1. provide with a thermally non-conducting cover; "The tubing needs to be jacketed"
  2. put a jacket on; "The men were jacketed"

"Jacket" in song lyrics

See how jacket is used in real songs:

  • "BMW jet skis, wearing no life jacket"
    50/50 Twin — It's Nothin'
  • "Weren't steadied for this leaning grievance with dilapidated winter jacket"
    Aesop Rock — Flashflood
  • "With dilapadated winter jacket"
    Aesop Rock — Flashflood

Usage tips for "jacket"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "jacket" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for jacket to find words that pair well.

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